How To Make Cowboy Horse Gear is the answer t many request for hot-to- do- it information from cowboys, horseman in "shoy" business, dude ranches, and many other people interested in riding horse and their gear. Bridles, Hackamores, Reins, Reatas, Quirts, and riding crops are among the articles of gear that can be made using this well-illustrated book as a guide. Most of the pieces described here are made of rawhide: however, leather thongs and plastic string can be worked in the same manner. 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" - 186 pages Soft Cover.
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How To Make
Cowboy Horse Gear
43-H0137
$12.95
MAKING HORSEHAIR ROPE
By: Diane Gadway & richard Schneider
The process of making rope is one of twisting and spinning, similar to spinning yarn from wool. The direction in which the strings are twisted is very important. The strings are twisted in one direction. The strands (made of four strings each) are twisted together in the opposite direction. The finished rope is held together with counter twisting forces.This book shows you how to make the tools, prepare the hair, spin the strands, knot and tie and finish a beautiful hand made horse hair rope. Soft Bound 8 1/2" x 5 1/2" - 24 pages.
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Making Horse Hair Rope
43-M0073
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RECREATING THE 18TH CENTURY
POWDER HORN
By - Scott and Cathy Sibley
Renowned powder horn makers and scrimshaw artisans Scott and Cathy Sibley demonstrate every detail and secret of recreating an 18th century powder horn. Heavily illustrated with step-by-step, close-up, full color photographs and illustrations. These simple steps will take you from start to finish. The Book includes a photographic collection of many original 18th and 19th century powder horns from famous collections.
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Recreating The 18th Century Powder Horn
14-51995
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LEATHER BRAIDING
By: Bruce Grant
Leather Braiding has stood for more than forty years as the definitive book in its field. Grant's clearly written guide to the art of leather braiding contains detailed illustrations, step-by-step instructions and a wealth of incidental, fascinating information. The book makes accessible to even the novice serviceable and recreational use of leather, from the simple but clever braided button to the elaborate results of thong applique. Included is a historical perspective of leather and its function in society, a chapter on leather braiding tools, and a glossary of terms. Soft Bound 9" x 6" -173 pages.
